Epic Mount Monster

Mount Maunganui hosted another epic Mount Monster at the weekend, New Zealand’s ultimate surf lifesaving endurance race. Competitors battled through an intense course including a 12km ski paddle, 5km run, 1.5km ocean swim and 6km board paddle.Congratulations to all who competed – the determination and skill on display were truly inspiring.

PAPAMOA PROUD

We are super proud of everyone who competed. Here are some highlights:

• TRELISE CHOTE – 3rd in the U19 Female category.
• LUKE GILLBANKS & SEAN LEACH – for conquering the event as individual competitors for the first time.
• AMELIE PEARSON, TRITON DICKENS & RONIN DICKENS – GOLD in the U19 Mixed Team.
• LOCKIE CAIRNS, GEORGIA DAVOREN & WILLIAM CHUGG – SILVER in the U19 Mixed Team.

A huge thank you to everyone who made the day unforgettable – from the athletes to the supporters and organizers. Here's to another year of pushing limits and celebrating surf lifesaving excellence!